Maintenance Tech III - Shift 1

Come be an Employee-Owner of one of the nation’s largest producers of metal roofing and siding! We sell, manufacture, build, and distribute metal building components and packages. Since 1988 we’ve grown to over 13 locations nationwide. We make raving fans of our customers with our “right, on time, every time” commitment.

So, who are we looking for?

People who “Own It” – Commitment to the customer, the company, and each other:

You are customer-focused with an eye for detail.

You are reliable.

People Who “Can Do” – Our Attitude

You are an innovative thinker pursuing continuous improvement.

You embrace teamwork.

You want to positively make an impact and open to change.

People who “Act in Love” – Treats others with humility, respect, kindness, honesty, patience, and self-control.

You enjoy giving back to your community. We take great pride in the communities we live in, so we give back with our time and talents. Each year you can take paid time off to support a cause close to your heart.

And what will you do?

JOB SUMMARY: Responsible for performing a wide variety of electrical and mechanical assignments. Responsible for applying skills, experience, and general knowledge to a wide range of maintenance tasks and support the leadership of the plant.

Job Duties And Essential Functions

• Must perform a wide variety of electrical installations and maintenance work on plant electrical systems and equipment to furnish an uninterrupted flow of power and lighting.
• Makes electrical, plumbing, and general repairs to buildings as well as troubleshooting and repairing electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and mechanical machinery and equipment throughout the facility.
• Diagnoses and remedies electrical or electronic troubles and repairs and replaces equipment as needed.
• Coordinates operation and installation of “download” systems from the computer network to machine controllers.
• Must be able to obtain a forklift operator’s license and safely operate a forklift.
• Must be willing to work on mechanical tasks as time permits and as assigned.
• Enters equipment records, data, and notes into computerized maintenance management system.
• Maintains tools provided by the company and furnishes own tools to function properly in this classification.
• Performs fabrication, maintenance, joining, and cutting of ferrous and nonferrous metal parts and structures using a variety of techniques. Welds and cuts all types of material using electric arc, oxyacetylene, or other welding techniques in horizontal, vertical, or overhead positions.
• Maintains good housekeeping of work space.
• Ability and willingness to perform other duties as assigned
  
  

Minimum Qualifications

• Vocational or technical degree and minimum of six years of relevant experience OR equivalent of the combination of education and experience
• Must have basic knowledge of hydraulic, pneumatic, and mechanical machinery. Must be able to use and interpret technical drawings, prints, and schematics (electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, etc.)
• Must be able to use and interpret basic electrical and electronic theory and mechanics. Must have knowledge of mechanical drawings to be able to utilize complex part drawings, sectional views, electrical symbols, and especially schematics and ladder logic.
• Working knowledge of a variety of precision measuring instruments and basic application techniques
• Welding and fabrication experience preferred
• Microsoft Office proficient
• Ability to plan, lay out and install complex wiring circuits and distribution centers in conformance with NEC and established codes, install switches and controls, central and subsidiary control panels, electronic devices and other gear incidental to the installation
• Ability to diagnose and repair electrical issues
• Ability to read a tape measure, do basic mathematical calculations, and use a calculator
• Ability to learn production operations
• Ability to stand for long periods of time and to lift 75 pounds
• Ability to twist, bend, and reach to perform job duties
• Ability to work while being exposed to outside weather conditions
• Be detailed and customer oriented
• Ability to work at other facilities, weekends, other shifts and to be on call
• Ability to learn internal Enterprise Resource Planning system
• Experience with electrical circuits ranging from low voltage to 480 V and PLCs preferred
• Knowledge of motor controls (drivers) AC and DC and automated controllers such as AMS systems and CNC controllers preferred
• Strong mechanical background and aptitude to solve mechanical problems
• Consistently exhibits and displays the company’s values of “Own It. Can Do. Act in Love.”
• Own It – Commitment to customer, the company, and each other
• Can Do – Pursuing continuous improvement
• Act in Love – Treating others with humility, respectfulness, kindness, honesty, patience, and self-control
• This is a safety sensitive position
  

Education & Experience

Minimum Required:

• Vocational or technical degree and minimum of six years of relevant experience OR equivalent of the combination of education and experience
• Must have basic knowledge of hydraulic, pneumatic, and mechanical machinery.
• Must be able to use and interpret technical drawings, prints, and schematics (electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, etc.)
• Must be able to use and interpret basic electrical and electronic theory and mechanics.
• Must have knowledge of mechanical drawings to be able to utilize complex part drawings, sectional views, electrical symbols, and especially schematics and ladder logic.
  
  

Preferred

• Welding and fabrication experience
• Knowledge of motor controls (drivers) AC and DC and automated controllers such as AMS systems and CNC controllers
  
  

Physical Demands & Work Environment

The noise level in the work environment and job sites can be loud and in a non-temperature controlled environment and exposure to outside weather conditions. While performing the core function of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk, walk, hear, stand for long periods of time, and required to lift to 55 lbs. This position is primarily working around machinery with moving parts, working around moving objects or vehicles. The employee is frequently required to use hands to finger, handle or feel, reach/pull/push/grab with hands and arms, kneel, and crouch, twist, and bend. The employee is occasionally required to sit, climb, or crawl.

Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform core functions.

Travel

• Ability to work at other facilities, weekends, other shifts and to be on call.
  
  

Benefits Offered

At Central States, we are an ESOP. That means each one of our employees is an owner of the company and receives an allocation of stock every year. This allows all our employees to share in the wealth and success of the company. We also offer:

• 401K Match
• Education assistance available – Up to $5,250 each year
• Annual Profit Sharing bonus
• Medical – 100% employer-paid coverage available
• Dental
• Vision
• Holiday pay
• Vacation pay
• Employee Assistance Program providing Confidential Emotional Support, Work and Lifestyle Support, Legal Guidance, Financial Resources and Digital Support
• Care Guides to help employees navigate the complex healthcare system
• Life insurance – 1.5x annual salary – 100% employer paid
• Wellness Program – earn up to $1,200 annually when enrolling in a medical plan!
• Health Savings Accounts
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Short-Term Disability
• Long-Term Disability – 100% employer paid
• Performance based merit increases
• SHINE program – Employee Financial Assistance and Dependent Scholarships!
  
  

Central States Manufacturing, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.